Climbing Technology by Aludesign S.p.A. via Torchio 22
24034 Cisano B.sco BG ITALY
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IST22-SKRPCT_rev.0 05-21
ENGLISH
The instructions for use of this equipment consist of different sets of instructions: gen-
eral instructions, instructions that are specific to the SKR+ device and accessory
instructions for the Kit12 component, where used. All sets of instructions must be
carefully read before using the equipment.
Attention!
This document only contains
the specific instructions for the use of SKR+.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS EN 353-2.
This note contains the necessary information for a correct use of the following
product/s: SKR+ fall arrest device.
1) FIELD OF APPLICATION.
This product is a personal protective device (P.P.E.) against falls from height; it is
compliant with the Regulation (EU) 2016/425. EN 353-2:2002. Guided type
fall arresters including a flexible anchor line.
Attention!
For this product the indica-
tions of the standard EN 365 must be respected (general instructions / paragraph
2.5).
Attention!
For this product a periodic thorough inspection is compulsory
(general instructions / paragraph 8.)
2) NOTIFIED BODIES.
Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph
9 / table D): M4; N1.
3) NOMENCLATURE
(Fig. 3). A) Body. B) Locking lever. C) Locking cam including
a slot for connecting the carabiner. D) Positioning lever.
3.1 - Main materials
. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph
2.4): 2; 3; 4.
4) MARKING
.
Numbers/letters without caption: refer to the legend in the general instructions
(paragraph 5).
4.1 - General
(Fig. 3). Indications: 1; 4; 6; 7; 8; 11; 12; 17; 19; 30) Diameters
and type of compatible ropes. 31) Warning about the fact that the rope used must
comply with the needs of the fall arrester.
4.2 - Traceability
(Fig. 3)
.
Indications: T1; T3; T9.
5) CHECKS.
Further to the checks listed below, comply with what indicated in the general
instructions (paragraph 3). Before each use, verify that: the positioning lever can
rotate freely between the two positions; the karabiner, placed in the device attach-
ment hole, rotates freely. During each use: ensure the rope is always in tension
to avoid possible free-falls; avoid having slack rope between the anchor and the
attachment on the harness.
6) COMPATIBILITY.
The device must be connected to the attachment point EN 361 (preferably frontal)
of a harness as follows: A) through an EN 362 connector, of a maximum length
of 112 mm, provided with closing gate and with a minimum strength of 15 kN.
B) through the lower connector of the component Kit12 (Fig. 4-8.2).
Attention!
The
use of components different from the recommended ones is expressly forbidden;
the use of other webbing/lanyards to extend the connection of the device to the
harness or to the anchor is also forbidden.
Attention!
Do not use the Kit12 com-
ponent alone or in combination with other devices.
6.1 - Anchor points.
For the installation of the rope only anchor points that comply
with the EN 795 standard can be used (minimum strength 12 kN or 18 kN for
non-metallic anchors) that do not have sharp edges.
6.2 - Ropes.
This device can only be used with the rope models hereafter listed,
equipped with a sewn loop on one end and made of polyamide (PA): Patron Plus
11 (Climbing Technology).
Attention!
Do not use on metal cables or plied ropes.
7) ISTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
7.1 - Installation.
Verify that the positioning lever is in GO position (Fig. 5.1).
Open the locking cam and the safety catch (Fig. 5.1). Insert the rope in the device
make sure to place it the correct side up (Fig. 5.2). Release the locking cam and
the safety catch to avoid the rope from coming out the device (Fig. 5.3). Insert the
connector through the slot of the locking cam (Fig. 5.4).
Danger of death!
The fall
arrester works in one direction only. If assembled in the wrong/opposite direction,
it constitutes a fatal danger.
7.2 - Function testing.
Slide the fall arrester upwards, pulling it by the connector
to check that it runs freely (Fig. 5.5). Then rapidly pull it downwards and check
that the fall arrester immediately locks onto the rope (Fig. 5.6).
Attention!
The
connector may be coupled to the harness only after the above steps have been
meticulously performed. To detach the device from the rope, it is necessary to
remove the connector from the slot.
7.3 - Use.
The fall arrester allows for safe and hands free climbing on vertical
structures. If the user falls, the device will instantly lock on the rope (Fig. 5.6). In
order to limit the height of a fall, it will be enough to lock the device on the rope
above the user by moving the positioning lever to the REST position (Fig. 8.2).
Attention!
The user must always stay on a lower level compared the anchor point,
the maximum possible inclination must not be over 30° (Fig. 9.1).
7.4 - Fall clearance distance
(Fig. 6)
.
The fall clearance distance is the minimum
distance needed under the feet of the operator in order to avoid the collision
with the structure, the ground, or other obstacles, in case of a fall from a height.
Attention!
Should the user be below the indicated fall clearance distance height,
it might happen that he’s not protected from falls: therefore it is suggested to adopt
supplementary measures during the climbing or the descent.
Attention!
The indi-
cated value has been calculated through the standard fall tests using a rigid mass
of 100 kg.
Attention!
It must be added to the fall clearance distance calculation
the elasticity of the rope, which can vary depending on the conditions of use.
7.5 - Warnings EN 353-2.
1) Prearrange on the lower end of the flexible anchor
line a security knot at distance not less than of 30 cm from the rope’s end (Fig.
2.2). Alternatively, use a flexible anchor line fitted with a sewn termination loop.
2) In order to improve the performance of the fall arrest device, it is advisable to
connect a weight (2÷5 kg) to the lower end of the flexible anchor line (Fig. 2.1).
3) During progression along the rope, check to ensure that the rope is pulled tight,
that it does not rub against any edge and that it does not come into contact with
any aggressive/abrasive substances.
8) SYMBOLS.
Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph 15): F1;
F2; F9.
9) REPLACEMENT PARTS / ACCESSORIES.
This product is compatible only with
with the spare parts and specific accessories listed below: KIT12* (Ref. No.
KIT12).
Attention!
Accessories/spare parts marked with an asterisk (*) by them-
selves do not constitute PPE.
Attention!
Before installing an accessory/replace-
ment part, carefully read and understand the instructions for use of the device on
which it will be installed.
Attention!
Before use make sure that the accessory/
spare part is correctly installed.
